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CVE-2024-36027: btrfs: zoned: do not flag ZEROOUT on non-dirty extent buffer

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: btrfs: zoned: do not flag ZEROOUT on non-dirty extent buffer Btrfs clears the content of an extent buffer marked as EXTENT_BUFFER_ZONED_ZEROOUT before the bio submission. This mechanism is introduced to prevent a write hole of an extent buffer, which is once allocated, marked dirty, but turns out unnecessary and cleaned up within one transaction operation. Currently, btrfs_clear_buffer_dirty() marks the extent buffer as EXTENT_BUFFER_ZONED_ZEROOUT, and skips the entry function. If this call happens while the buffer is under IO (with the WRITEBACK flag set, without the DIRTY flag), we can add the ZEROOUT flag and clear the buffer's content just before a bio submission. As a result: 1) it can lead to adding faulty delayed reference item which leads to a FS corrupted (EUCLEAN) error, and 2) it writes out cleared tree node on disk The former issue is previously discussed in [1]. The corruption happens when it runs a delayed reference update. So, on-disk data is safe. [1] https://lore.kernel.org/linux-btrfs/3f4f2a0ff1a6c818050434288925bdcf3cd719e5.1709124777.git.naohiro.aota@wdc.com/ The latter one can reach on-disk data. But, as that node is already processed by btrfs_clear_buffer_dirty(), that will be invalidated in the next transaction commit anyway. So, the chance of hitting the corruption is relatively small. Anyway, we should skip flagging ZEROOUT on a non-DIRTY extent buffer, to keep the content under IO intact.

HighCVSS 7.1Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Plain-English summary

A Linux Btrfs flaw can clear filesystem metadata while it is being written, potentially causing filesystem errors, corrupted state, or cleared tree nodes on disk. It primarily concerns affected kernels using Btrfs zoned storage. The source describes the on-disk corruption opportunity as relatively small, but possible integrity and availability impacts are significant.

Executive priority

Treat this as high priority for storage systems confirmed to use affected kernels with zoned Btrfs. Integrity and availability could be affected, although exposure is configuration-specific and active exploitation is not established. Use targeted inventory and accelerated vendor-supported patching rather than assuming every Linux host is exposed.

Technical view

During Btrfs zoned writeback, btrfs_clear_buffer_dirty() could mark a non-dirty extent buffer for ZEROOUT while WRITEBACK was active. Its contents could then be cleared before bio submission. This may create faulty delayed-reference items producing EUCLEAN or write a cleared tree node. The fix avoids setting ZEROOUT unless the extent buffer is dirty.

Likely exposure

The bundle identifies Linux kernel 6.8 through 6.8.8 and 6.9 as affected. Practical exposure appears limited to systems using the relevant Btrfs zoned-storage path. Distribution backports and precise fixed package versions are not provided, so installed vendor kernels require separate verification.

Exploitation context

The CVSS vector describes a local, low-privilege condition requiring no user interaction. CISA KEV status is false, and the supplied sources provide no evidence of active exploitation or a public exploit. They describe a race-like filesystem writeback condition and characterize the chance of on-disk corruption as relatively small.

Researcher notes

The first described outcome occurs during delayed-reference processing and reportedly does not endanger on-disk data. The second can reach disk, although the affected node should be invalidated at the next transaction commit. The sources do not establish reproducible attack conditions, exploitation prevalence, distribution package status, or a workaround beyond applying the fix.

Mitigation direction

  • Install the vendor kernel update containing the applicable referenced stable fix or backport.
  • Prioritize affected systems confirmed to use Btrfs zoned storage.
  • If updating is delayed, consult the Linux distribution or storage vendor for supported risk-reduction guidance.
  • Maintain verified, recoverable backups because the reported impact includes possible filesystem corruption.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory kernel versions and identify systems running reported affected releases.
  • Confirm whether each potentially affected host uses Btrfs with zoned storage.
  • Verify the installed kernel contains the applicable stable fix or vendor backport.
  • Review system and filesystem logs for Btrfs EUCLEAN or corruption indicators.
  • Confirm filesystem health and backup recoverability using approved operational procedures.
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Severity
High
CVSS
7.1 (3.1)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

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Version
2.0.3
Exploitation: noneAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: partial

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
7.1CVSS 3.1HighCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H1.85.2Linux

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7.1High
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Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

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NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

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Affected products

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinuxaa6313e6ff2bfbf736a2739047bba355d8241584, aa6313e6ff2bfbf736a2739047bba355d8241584unaffected
LinuxLinux6.8, 0, 6.8.8, 6.9affected
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